Planning Zones & Controls in Lilydale, Victoria
Lilydale is located within Yarra Ranges Shire (Victoria). The following planning zones and overlays are commonly found in this area.
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Planning Zones
These zones are commonly applied to properties in Lilydale and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Lilydale may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.
Planning permit activity in Lilydale
Real application data for Lilydale from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
2,458
applications on record
885
permits issued
1,849
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 18 | 134 | 110 | 128 | 172 |
Notable recent applications
Use and development of a residential village, vegetation removal, earthworks greater than one metre, creation
375 swansea road · 2021 · No permit issued · 74 dwellings
Buildings and works to construct 41 dwellings, removal of an easement, create an easement and create access to
19 maroondah highway · 2019 · No permit issued · 40 dwellings
Construction of more than one dwelling on a lot in the general residential zone schedule 2 waiver of onsite v
4 melba avenue lilydale 3140 · 2021 · Approved · 28 dwellings
Source: Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS), records to mid-2023. Council participation varies by year; figures are indicative. “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.
What can you build in Lilydale?
Lilydale sits in Yarra Ranges Shire (Victoria). What you can build — a granny flat, a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or an extension — depends on your property's zone and overlays. These guides set out the Victoria rules for the most common projects:
Heads up: parts of Lilydale carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Lilydale
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Lilydale and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Lilydale?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,458 planning permit applications in Lilydale since 2003, with 885 permits issued and 1,849 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire supports in Lilydale.
What can I build in Lilydale?
What you can build in Lilydale — such as a granny flat (secondary dwelling), a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or a house extension — depends on your property's planning zone and any overlays, together with the Victoria planning rules. See the project guides above for Lilydale, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Lilydale in?
Properties in Lilydale are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Lilydale. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Lilydale?
Whether you need a planning approval in Lilydale depends on the zone your property is in, any overlays that apply, and the type of work you are proposing. Most new dwellings, extensions, subdivisions, and changes of use require approval. Some minor works may be exempt or "accepted development" depending on the zone and overlay controls. Use our free tools to check your specific situation.
How do I find my property's planning zone?
You can find your property's planning zone by searching your address on VicPlan, the official Victoria planning map. It shows the zone, overlays, and other planning controls that apply to any property in Victoria.
Nearby suburbs
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